Join animation veteran Connie Nartonis Thompson—whose credits include Frankenweenie, Animal Farm, Beavis and Butt-Head, and Beauty and the Beast—for an unforgettable block of animated shorts. She’ll also share stories from her career working with top studios like Disney, Illumination, and Laika.

This lively animation showcase is hosted by Connie Nartonis Thompson, a celebrated animation professional whose work spans decades and includes iconic projects like Frankenweenie with Tim Burton, Animal Farm, Beavis and Butt-Head, and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Connie has worked with major studios including Disney, Illumination, Cinesite, Paramount, Warner Bros., and Laika on films such as Fantasia 2000, Atlantis, Despicable Me 2, Missing Link, and Space Jam 2. Alongside the screening of outstanding animated shorts from around the world, Connie will share her unique perspective on the animation industry, offering behind-the-scenes insights from her career in development, production, and marketing. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of animation’s most versatile talents.